How popular is the name Ming in 2025?

Ming is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Ming most popular?

Ming peaked in 1981, reaching #3030 among US boy names.

Ming will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Ming entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #3030 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#3030

peak (1981)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Ming are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Ming alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Ming in 2025?: Ming is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Ming most popular?: Ming peaked in 1981, reaching #3030 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Ming with classmates?: Ming will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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